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Glucose, CSF

Message
Test performed at York Hospital Laboratory.


Test Code
CSFGLU


CPT Codes
82945

Preferred Specimen
0.2 mL CSF


Transport Container
Sterile, leakproof container


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 3 hours
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 1 month


Methodology
Spectrophotometry

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Same Day
Available STAT 1 Hour


Reference Range
65-100 mg/dL


Clinical Significance
CSF glucose is measured to detect increased glucose usage by the central nervous system indicating the presence of white blood cells or microorganisms. CSF glucose is increased with hyperglycemia or traumatic puncture. Causes of decreased CSF glucose include hypoglycemia, meningitis, inflammation, and tumors.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.